Calibration Technician B
About The Position
The Calibration Technician B applies knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment across one or more technical disciplines, ensuring measurement accuracy and compliance with published specifications. The role uses appropriate manual and automated measurement procedures and maintains secondary and/or working calibration standards. Work is generally assigned with broad instructions and is semi-routine, requiring the technician to recognize deviations from accepted practices and follow company policies and procedures. The position also involves laboratory housekeeping, reporting opinions and interpretations when requested, and carrying out other assigned duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to perform general math and algebra functions.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Basic ability to troubleshoot, repair, align, and optimize precision equipment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- At least one year of calibration experience; some experience may be offset by formal metrology training.
- Very good interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, able to work as a team player, and able to follow written procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds without assistance.
- Occasional standing and bending.
Responsibilities
- Calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment in one or more listed disciplines to ensure compliance with published specifications.
- Maintain secondary and/or working calibration standards.
- Perform basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of precision equipment.
- Collect, compile, measure, summarize, and record calibration data.
- Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and take corrective action, such as adjustments, component replacement, or correction factors.
- Identify and correct measurement errors, as applicable.
- Prepare calibration reports and certificates.
- Adapt existing calibration equipment, standards, and techniques for unique measurement tasks.
- Train subordinates in calibration concepts and procedures.
- Interact with other technicians, Customer Service Representatives, Account Managers, and customers.
- Perform laboratory housekeeping.
- Report opinions and interpretations when requested.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus eligibility.
- Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Retirement plan.
- Employee-funded pre-tax health and childcare spending accounts.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and holiday leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
